The Official KCAD Pattern Making Kit – Designed for Kendall College Fashion Design Students
Prepare for success in your fashion design classes with the KCAD Pattern Making Kit, exclusively curated by IDS-LA to meet the needs and expectations of students attending Kendall College of Art and Design. This professional-grade toolkit includes everything required for pattern drafting, draping, garment construction, and introductory to advanced studio work.
Every item has been hand-selected for durability, accuracy, and comfort—giving future designers the tools trusted by industry experts. Whether you’re developing your first pattern block or crafting final garments for your portfolio, this kit equips you with the precision and quality demanded in fashion education.
Complete Kit Includes:
Professional Rulers & Curves
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Lance FC-1 – Armhole Plastic French Curve #17
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Westcott TC-385 – Calibrated Flexible Curve, 16" / 40 cm
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Lance LS-024 – Aluminum L-Square, 24" x 14"
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Lance HC-024 – Aluminum Hip Curve, 24"
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Lance FC-024 Vary Form – Aluminum French Curve, 24"
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Westcott B-85 – 2" x 18" Beveled Graph Ruler (8ths grid)
Cutting & Trimming Tools
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IDS-LA Pattern Snip – Heavy-Duty Shears for Pattern Paper (IDSPS)
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IDS-LA Industrial Bent Trimmer 10" – High-precision cutting scissors
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Golden Eagle TC-100 – Plastic Thread Clipper
Marking & Drafting Tools
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Tailor’s Crayon (Wax-Based) – 4 pcs, assorted colors
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NPT10 Tracing Wheel – Needle Point Tracer
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Pattern Notcher 45N – 1/16" x 1/4"
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Wooden Awl – For punch holes and marking
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12 Pattern Hooks – For hanging and organizing patterns
Sewing Tools & Machine Accessories
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Deluxe Seam Ripper & Buttonhole Cutter – Sharp, surgical-grade
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Bobbin Case – For Juki Single Needle Industrial Machines
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Juki-Compatible Bobbins (10 pcs)
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Organ Needles DBx1 / 16x257 – Pack of 10 machine needles
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S518 Hinged Invisible Zipper Foot
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142058N Hinged Narrow Presser Foot
Why Choose the KCAD Pattern Making Kit from IDS-LA?
Meets KCAD fashion program requirements
Includes professional-grade tools used by designers globally
High precision for clean drafting and accurate garment construction
Durable, long-lasting aluminum rulers and curves
Perfect for beginners, intermediate, and advanced students
Cost-effective compared to buying each item separately
Trusted by fashion schools and industry professionals
This toolkit ensures KCAD students are fully prepared for studio classes, pattern drafting assignments, and future apparel design projects.
FAQ – KCAD Pattern Making Kit
1. Is this the required kit for Kendall College fashion design courses?
Yes. This kit includes the essential tools typically requested by KCAD fashion design instructors.
2. Do I need all these items for my first semester?
Yes — KCAD coursework uses pattern rulers, curves, cutting tools, and sewing accessories across multiple classes.
3. Are the rulers and curves professional quality?
Absolutely. Lance and Westcott tools are industry standard for pattern drafting.
4. Does this kit work for both beginners and advanced fashion students?
Yes. Each tool is selected to support your entire program—from foundational courses to advanced garment creation.
5. Are the presser feet and bobbins compatible with Juki machines?
Yes. All included machine accessories fit standard Juki single-needle industrial sewing machines commonly used in fashion schools.
6. Can I purchase items separately?
Yes, but buying the complete kit saves money and ensures you have everything required for class.
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